An improving weather situation means there's a chance this evenings practice sessions will still 'get away'.
With a steady improvement through the day and a brighter forecast for later there's fresh optimism that the qualifying sessions will go ahead.
The Clerk of the Course will give a further update at 4.30pm, with the roads still set to close from 4.45pm.
Distress beacon sparks lifeboat callout
Port St Mary RNLI launched its lifeboat in the early hours of this morning after receiving a distress signal.
Pharmacies to offer UK-style health service?
Could chemists soon be able to give treatment directly as part of the Island's overall health system?
Fallen trees close woodland play area
A popular play area at a beauty spot in the north of the Island is currently closed.
Former students invited back to celebrate school's 80th birthday
A school in the north of the Island is inviting all of its former pupils to celebrate a special birthday next week.
MHK questions government over cashpoint closures
How could the government help after banks close cash machines?
Isle of Man Foodbank needs volunteers to help struggling families
An Island charity is asking for volunteers this month to help struggling families.
Douglas Council applies to borrow £671k for housing project
Douglas Council has applied to borrow more than £670,000 for a housing project.
Manx Utilities carrying out planned network maintenance
Manx Utilities says you shouldn't worry if you seem to be having trouble topping up your smart meter today.
